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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
108 North Center Avenue, Piedmont AL
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
Typical weather
62–80°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Why the slogan CRAP? Cancer is Crap!
- Event Purpose: Let's rally together and shower love and strength on those battling cancer!
- Tribute: Join us for the 14th Annual Crap Run, a heartfelt tribute to Venecia Butler's legacy of kindness.
- Participation: Lace up your shoes, put on your crazy outfit and run/walk in solidarity with those brave fighters.
- Options: Choose your challenge division by selecting Traditional - Clydesdale - Athena - Virtual. We also offer a 1 mile Kid Run for those budding competitors.
Contact Information
- For Help: For help or more information about The Crap Run, contact Randa Carroll @: veneciasfoundation@:gmail.com.
- Phone: Call 256-452-4625.
Crap Run Agenda
Friday, October 2nd
- 2:00 p.m. - Pre-registration closes
- 4:00 p.m. - Packet Pickup at the Foundation until 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 3rd
- 1:00 p.m. - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
- 5:30 p.m. - Kid Run Registration Closes
- 5:50 p.m. - Line Up for Kid Run Begins
- 6:00 p.m. - Kid Run Starts with Awards Presented at Finish Line
- 6:15 p.m. - Crap Run Registration and Packet Pickup Closes
- 6:30 p.m. - Crap Run Opening Ceremony and Warm Up
- 6:45 p.m. - Line Up for Crap Run Begins
- 7:00 p.m. - Crap Run Starts
- 8:30 p.m. - Crap Run Awards Ceremony
Packet Pickup
- Date: You will be able to pick up your race packet on Friday from 4-8 p.m. and race day starting at 1:00 p.m.
- Note: We ask that you don't come for race packets outside of these times. Race staff will be busy setting up the event.
Bib Number and Timing Chips
- Chip Timing: 5k participants will be chipped time to process race results, and your 5k finish time will be posted based on the chip time.
- Display: It is essential to prominently display the bib number provided on the front of your shirt throughout the race.
- Absence: Kindly remember to bring your bib number on the day of the race, as the absence of the bib will lead to an unrecorded time.
- Transfer Policy: Please note that the transfer of bib numbers to other runners is strictly prohibited.
Parking
- Availability: Parking and restrooms are available on-site.
Strollers at the Race
- Course: The course is run on city streets and along Ladiga trail which makes for a good stroller experience.
- Safety: If you are participating with a stroller or young children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times.
- Starting Position: Start from the back of the starting line to allow a safer race experience for everyone.
Registration Transfer and Cancellation Policy
- Weather: This event will occur rain or shine.
- Transfers: Transferring your registration fees to another runner is not allowed.
- Cancellation: We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
- Notification: Cancellation notice will be posted on Venecia's Foundation Facebook page as well as through email notifications.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-03
- Location: 108 North Center Avenue, Piedmont, AL
- URL: Crap Run Registration
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